Dialysis Clinical Services Specialist

Dialysis Clinic, Inc.; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

New Educator Training Class (four days

Medical/dental/vision benefits

Life and long-term disability

PTO including holidays

Extended Sick Bank (ESB) + PTO

Retirement plans with 50% match up to

Education reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Wellness program

Among others

Job summary

Dialysis Clinic, Inc. seeks an experienced Nursing Educator to train patient care staff in dialysis operations. You will lead classroom theory sessions, verify competencies, and develop unit-specific policies under medical director guidance.

This role covers on-site training across New Orleans and Lafayette clinics, offering a supportive, mission-driven environment with opportunities to advance staff education and quality of patient care.

Qualifications

• Accredited nursing degree required (BSN, AA or RN diploma).
• Two years dialysis experience required, six months as charge nurse preferred.
• Current LA Registered Nurse license.
• Current CPR/AED certification.

Responsibilities

• Support and guidance from medical director and clinic manager.
• Lead classroom theory training for patient care staff new to dialysis.
• Verify new staff competencies before assigning additional independent tasks.
• Oversee preceptor program and report progress.
• Educate staff on new and existing clinic policies and procedures.
• Provide instruction to patient care team to correct deficiencies identified during surveys.
• Coordinate or facilitate CPR certification classes.

Skills

Communication skills

Teaching skills

Clinical excellence

Leadership

Collaboration

Problem solving

Education

BSN

RN diploma/AA

LA RN license

CPR/AED certification

Job description

Overview

Dialysis Clinic, Inc. is recruiting top talent interested in supporting our nonprofit mission to prioritize individualized care for patients facing chronic kidney disease. Our mission states "the care of the patient is our reason for existence," and our dedicated team embodies our sole purpose during every patient interaction. We seek motivated, compassionate individuals to provide top-notch patient care and offer paid training, competitive pay, outstanding benefits, weekends off and a positive, mission-driven culture. Join DCI today to build relationships and gain fulfillment serving individuals in our comfortable clinical setting with a lower caregiver-to-patient ratio than other providers.

Schedule

Fulltime shifts typically include eight-hour days Monday through Friday, with evenings and weekends off, although may be adjusted to align with clinic's operational hours.

Compensation

Pay range from $30-$47 per hour, depending on nursing and dialysis experience

Benefits

• New Educator Training Class (four days of professional education, virtual or in-person)
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits
• Life and long-term disability insurance provided at no additional expense to employee
• Paid time off (PTO) including holidays
• Extended Sick Bank (ESB) in addition to PTO - paid time for doctor appointments, sickness or medical leave
• Retirement plans with $.50 of each contributed dollar matched for eligible employees, up to 8 percent
• Education reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Wellness program
• Among others

Location

This position will cover both New Orleans (1 clinic) and Lafayette markets to deliver on-site training and clinical education.

Responsibilities

What You Can Expect:

• Support and guidance from corporate clinical team
• Develop unit-specific policies and procedures with guidance from medical director and clinic manager
• Lead classroom theory training for patient care staff new to dialysis
• Verify new staff competencies before assigning additional independent tasks
• Oversee preceptor program and report progress
• Educate staff on new and existing clinic policies and procedures
• Provide instruction to patient care team to correct deficiencies identified during federal or state surveys
• Assign and monitor completion of new-hire and annual online education modules within established deadlines
• Administer annual competency testing of all patient care staff, and if needed, provide additional training to those not meeting requirements
• Audit medical records, infection control and regulatory compliance annually and develop a corrective plan for any deficiencies
• Monitor and track licensure and certifications for all disciplines
• Ensure any non-certified PCTs test for certification within 12 months of hire
• Coordinate or facilitate CPR certification classes

Qualifications

Successful Candidates Bring:

• Excellent communication and teaching skills
• Demonstrated clinical excellence
• Strong leadership skills
• Desire to collaborate with care teams and across disciplines
• Ability to problem solve

Education/Training

• Accredited nursing degree required (BSN, AA, RN diploma)
• Two years' dialysis experience required, with six months' experience as a charge nurse preferred
• Current LA Registered Nurse license
• Current CPR/AED certification

DCI's Differentiator

Since opening the first clinic 50 years ago in Nashville, Tenn., our Dialysis Clinic, Inc. family has grown to be the nation's largest nonprofit dialysis provider with more than 270 locations in 30 states, serving nearly 14,000 patients each day. DCI invests in our care teams and funds research to further kidney care and treatment options. DCI prioritizes a holistic approach and offers hemodialysis, home dialysis and peritoneal dialysis treatment options. We empower patients to live meaningful and productive lives while also delivering high quality kidney care, saving lives and reducing hospitalizations.

Diversity & Inclusion

DCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

DCI is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer-Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. If you are having difficulty using the online application system or would like to request other accommodations or application methods, please contact Doug Patterson at [e-mail] or 615-327-3061. Once a request has been made, DCI will initiate a discussion with you about your needs and whether an accommodation can be provided. DCI is committed to providing such accommodations where possible.

For more information about equal opportunity please see:

https://www.dol.gov